Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Joe Walsh Joins WIND as Radio Host
It appears constituents in the 8th Congressional District will be able to still hear from Joe Walsh. Read »
Joe Walsh Criticizes First Lady For Attending Funeral
If you stop reading and commenting on Joe Walsh's latest outrageous statement, we'll stop writing about him, and he'll disappear into the obscurity he deserves. Read »
Joe Walsh Forms Super PAC To Fight Superfriends
The former Tea Party congressman is forming an ultra-conservative Super PAC to oppose Walsh's conservative Super PAC. Read »
Karl Rove Wants To Stop The Tea Party
Rove's Conservative Victory Project is aimed at stopping Tea Partiers -- like former Rep. Joe Walsh -- from winning Republican primaries. Read »
Opinion: Gubernatorial Odds Making
On the fourth Friday of every month until the primary election, we’ll bring you our assessment of who’s leading in the race for governor. This is, of course, for entertainment purposes only. Read »
Opinion: Oberweis, Walsh Try to Dump Party Chair Over Gay Marriage Stance
Perennial losers Jim Oberweis and Joe Walsh don't think Illinois Republican Chairman Pat Brady is intolerant enough to lead the party back to the 20th Century. Read »
Joe Walsh Getting His Own Radio Show?
Former Rep. Joe Walsh is said to be close to signing with WIND-AM for a gig as a radio host, which would suit him better than politics. Read »
Joe Walsh To Address Chicago Tea Party
The former (yes!) congressman begins his campaign for senator or governor next week. Read »
How Illinois Legislators Voted on Fiscal Cliff Bill
Illinois’ House delegation voted 14-4 Tuesday in favor of the Senate bill that prevented the nation from going over the fiscal cliff. For seven congressmen -- Judy Biggert, Bob Dold, Tim Johnson, Don... Read »
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Who We're Covering
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Barack Obama
He's in the fight for his political life. Should he lose the 2012 election for the presidency, he'll likely move back to Chicago's Kenwood Neighborhood and instantly become Chicago's biggest celebrity.
Jesse Jackson Jr.
After spending much of the past year and a half out of the public eye Triple J is making a comeback!
Rod Blagojevich
Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.
Joe Walsh
Tea Party conservative who likes to say no, will have to talk more about his personal life if he wants a second term.
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City Defends Proposed Parking Meter Plan
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Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Bill
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Are CPS Welcoming Schools Better Than The Closed Ones?
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Rahm, Byrd-Bennett Discuss CPS Closings
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Meet the Kid Who Took on Rahm
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A Tale of Two Schools
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Outbursts, Protests as School Board Closes Schools
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CTU President Reacts to Closure Vote
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Mayor on Political Consequences
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Rahm Pledges With Tornado Recovery If Needed
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Mayor Not Worried About Political Fallout from School Closures
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Quinn 'Open Minded' About Medical Marijuana Bill
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Parents of Sandy Hook Victims Join Quinn in Quest for Gun Control
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Quinn: Pension Reform Before Gaming Bill
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Perception Not Reality On Mag Mile Safety: McCarthy
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Demonstrators Arrested in Final School Closure Fight
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CTU's Lewis on Re-Election
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Preckwinkle Takes Issue With School Closures
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McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm
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Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law
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